There is recognition that different data collection methods gather different
aspects of decision making data. Although the selection of a method to explore nurses'
decision making is partially determined by the theoretical perspective that informs each
study, some flexibility remains. Description of the relative benefits of each method will
enable future researchers to selectively identify which method is most suited to answering their specific research question.

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